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By EVELYNE MUSAMBI 12:00 AM EDT, May 24, 2025 NAIROBI, Kenya (AP) — In many African cultures, a big belly has long been seen as a sign of wealth. But this perception is proving deadly as deaths due to obesity -related illnesses rise. In Kenya, overweight politicians are often called Boss or Mkubwa — Swahili for “big man” — by constituents, with their girth symbolizing prosperity. Younger politicians, including the governors of Nairobi and Mombasa, have begun speaking publicly about weight loss. Obesity contributes to non-communicable diseases such as diabetes, which have become Kenya’s leading cause of death. The health ministry says they are responsible for 39% of fatalities annually. In a country where the government has said almost a third of the population is still unable to fulfill food needs, 13% adults are obese, according to the 2025 World Obesity Atlas. The contrast highlights the country’s growing inequality and the popularity of fast and processed foods by those with r...

East Africa: IGAD Region Braces for Heavy Kiremt Rains - ICPAC 20 May 2025 The Ethiopian Herald (Addis Ababa) By Yohanes Jemaneh Addis Ababa — The Intergovernmental Authority on Development (IGAD) has warned member states that many areas will receive above-normal rainfall between June and September. The organization made the announcement yesterday as it opened the 70th Greater Horn of Africa Climate Outlook Forum (GHACOF 70). At the event, IGAD's Climate Prediction and Applications Centre (ICPAC) Climate Change Expert Titke Kassa (PhD) stated that many East African countries such as Ethiopia, Sudan, South Sudan, Djibouti, and northern Somalia undertake several agricultural activities during the rainy (Kiremt) season, which lies between June and September. ICPAC's meteorological forecast indicates that many areas within IGAD member states, where Kiremt is the main rainy season, will receive above-normal rainfall, according to him. Many places in Ethiopia, western Kenya,...

In an industry where longevity is rare, Atmosphere has defied the odds. Their new project,  Triple X Years In The Game , chronicles three decades of raw lyricism, personal storytelling, and unwavering authenticity. This 30-track collection—sequenced in chronological order—showcases essential cuts, fan favorites, and hidden gems, offering both longtime listeners and new fans a journey through the duo’s evolution. More than just a retrospective,  Triple X Years In The Game  proves Atmosphere’s legacy is still unfolding. For OGs, it’s a celebration of resilience; for newcomers, it’s the perfect introduction. Whether revisiting the past or discovering their sound for the first time, one thing is clear: Atmosphere’s impact on hip-hop is timeless.  Triple X Years In The Game by Atmosphere Share on Facebook Share on Twitter Share on Reddit Share on Pinterest Share on Email

  I posted Anzai's first from 1982 here , and as mentioned earlier I've always really loved that one.  So I was highly curious to hear this second album-- if it's as interesting as the first one.  Needless to say, we can answer with a partial negative.  But the search is always worth it, given the gems that turn up here and there.  You can also see from the database page, kind of, that there is a mixture of artists doing the tracks here.  Though I did give up, short attention span as is common nowadays, trying to collate which ones are from Anzai and if they're the good ones. Anyways, the whole sounds very much like a library video game album, with all the tracks a minute or two long.  Some of the better ones do have prog bases to them, for ex. the A 6 which is Stravinskyesque dissonances: A lot of electronic noodling appears, as on B1: The libraryish B15: source https://progressreview.blogspot.com/2025/05/back-to-fumitaka-a...

Khartoum ‘Completely Liberated’ from RSF, Says Sudan Army 21/05/2025 16:12  OMDURMAN / UM RAMTA / UM LABANA / EL BUTANA Brig Gen Nabil Abdallah, official SAF spokesperson, on May 20, 2025 (Source: SAF Facebook page) The Sudanese Armed Forces (SAF) announced on Tuesday that Khartoum state is “now entirely free” of the paramilitary Rapid Support Forces (RSF), after it took over El Salha neighbourhood of Omdurman, the site of the RSF headquarters in Khartoum. Brig Gen Nabil Abdallah, the spokesperson for the SAF, stated in a press release on Tuesday that Khartoum had been “cleansed” of RSF elements. The SAF reportedly gained control over significant parts of El Salha neighbourhood in southern Omdurman on Monday. Videos posted by SAF soldiers and affiliated forces on social media appeared to show their presence in various locations in El Salha. One video allegedly depicts the former headquarters of the paramilitary Rapid Support Forces (RSF), while others show military equipment...

This is the third and last album I have of singer-songwriter Gilbert O'Sullivan performing for the BBC. Like Volume 2, it's a short concert. Gilbert O'Sullivan had a lot of hit songs and popular albums from 1970 to 1975. After that, his popularity dropped considerably. He did have one last hit single in 1980 with "What's in a Kiss?" But at the time of this concert, his popularity was at an all-time low for him. His most recent album, "Southpaw," released in late 1977, didn't even make the album charts anywhere. New musical styles like disco, punk, and new wave were all the rage. It didn't help that he was having trouble with his record company. He discovered they were ripping him off. After years of legal trouble, in 1978, he won about 45 million dollars (adjusted to its 2025 value). But presumably the record company retaliated by failing to promote him. He later said the legal battle effectively put his music career on hold for years.  So ...

XZIBIT has just released the official music video for his electrifying single  Kingmaker , the title track off his latest album, which dropped last Friday. The visual treatment delivers the same high-energy, cinematic flair fans have come to expect from the legendary rapper, blending gritty visuals with powerful lyricism. Since its release,  Kingmaker  has earned widespread critical acclaim, with fans and critics praising XZIBIT’s razor-sharp flow and commanding presence. The album’s immediate impact was undeniable, as it soared to the top of the iTunes Hip-Hop Album Chart, proving that the West Coast icon hasn’t lost a step. The  Kingmaker  video further cements XZIBIT’s legacy as a dominant force in hip-hop, showcasing his signature style and unapologetic authenticity. Directed with a bold aesthetic, the clip complements the track’s hard-hitting production and themes of power and perseverance. With the album already making waves, this visual release is se...